Communications Intern
Quick answer
NPR is hiring an on-site, part-time Communications Intern in New York or Washington, D.C., paying $20/hour to support social media, executive briefings, and media strategy.
- Role
- Communications Intern
- Organization
- NPR
- Location
- Washington, D.C. or New York, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $20.00 per hour
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-06-14
The role
NPR is seeking a Communications Intern to support its New York or Washington D.C. offices during the Fall 2026 term. This role involves drafting social media content, preparing executive briefings, conducting media research, and building analytical dashboards to track brand coverage. The intern will also collaborate on integrating AI-driven workflows to enhance the team's operational efficiency.
What you'll do
- Draft promotional content for NPR Extra social media channels and blog.
- Monitor brand mentions and media coverage to identify breaking issues.
- Generate coverage reports using analytics tools like MuckRack.
- Prepare executive briefing documents for media interviews and speaking engagements.
- Assist in the deployment of AI-driven tools to improve team operations.
What it takes
- Current student or recent graduate (within 12 months).
- Strong writing skills for both social media and professional executive documents.
- Familiarity with social media trends and content adaptation.
- Interest in applying AI tools to professional tasks.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Interns have access to elective contributions to the NPR 403(b) retirement plan, Transit Commuter benefits, Signal Financial Federal Credit Union membership, and an Employee Assistance Program. On-site staff in D.C. receive access to a Wellness Center, fitness center, cafeteria, and secure bike/parking facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this internship located?
This is an on-site position based in either NPR's Washington, D.C. headquarters or their New York office.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position pays an hourly rate of $20.00 per hour.
When is the application deadline?
All applications must be submitted by Sunday, June 14th, at 11:59 pm ET.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates should be current students or recent graduates with strong writing abilities, social media instincts, and an interest in media analytics and AI-driven workflows.
How to apply
Apply directly on NPR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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